BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Smith Creek Resort | Luxury Cabins - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Smith Creek Resort | Luxury Cabins REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260506T053000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260930T193000 DTSTAMP:20260616T190642Z CREATED:20260616T190507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T190642Z UID:20171-1778045400-1790796600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Cades Cove Vehicle-Free Wednesdays DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/cades-cove-vehicle-free-wednesdays/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Cades-Cove-Vehicle-Free-Wednesdays.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260514T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260516T170000 DTSTAMP:20260605T162309Z CREATED:20251118T210616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T162309Z UID:14616-1778749200-1778950800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Grand National F-100 Ford Show DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/grand-national-f-100-ford-show/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-33.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260604T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T180000 DTSTAMP:20260605T161947Z CREATED:20251119T164407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T161947Z UID:14676-1780563600-1780768800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge Car Show DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/pontiacs-in-pigeon-forge-car-show/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260606T050000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T193000 DTSTAMP:20260610T130938Z CREATED:20260608T192800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T130938Z UID:19375-1780722000-1780774200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:National Trails Day DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/national-trails-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/National-Trails-Day.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260606T083000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T153000 DTSTAMP:20260610T173043Z CREATED:20260602T165213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T173043Z UID:19379-1780734600-1780759800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountains First Responders Collectors Show DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountains-first-responders-collectors-show/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/HERO-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260608T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260611T110000 DTSTAMP:20260605T161126Z CREATED:20251119T204516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T161126Z UID:14699-1780909200-1781175600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:A Mountain Quiltfest DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/a-mountain-quiltfest/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-34.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260615T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260802T210000 DTSTAMP:20260610T131535Z CREATED:20260608T173937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T131535Z UID:19382-1781517600-1785704400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Summer Celebration DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/dollywoods-smoky-mountain-summer-celebration/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Dollywoods-Smoky-Mountain-Summer-Celebration.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260620T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T180000 DTSTAMP:20260605T160833Z CREATED:20251119T210235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T160833Z UID:14715-1781949600-1782496800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Kids Artistic Revue – National Finals DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/kids-artistic-revue-national-finals/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-35.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T220000 DTSTAMP:20260610T131644Z CREATED:20260608T172804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T131644Z UID:19390-1782504000-1782511200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Billy Dean in Concert DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/billy-dean-in-concert/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Billy-Dean-in-Concert.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260627T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260726T220000 DTSTAMP:20260610T131610Z CREATED:20260608T173443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T131610Z UID:19387-1782583200-1785103200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/smoky-mountain-tunes-tales/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Smoky-Mountain-Tunes-Tales.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260703T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260704T233000 DTSTAMP:20260610T144622Z CREATED:20260610T144506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T144622Z UID:19868-1783105200-1783207800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Patriot Festival — Pigeon Forge DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/patriot-festival-pigeon-forge/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Patriot-Festival-–-Pigeon-Forge.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260704T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260704T030000 DTSTAMP:20260610T195239Z CREATED:20260610T195114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T195239Z UID:19872-1783123200-1783134000@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg 4th of July Midnight Parade DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-4th-of-july-midnight-parade/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-4th-of-July-Midnight-Parade.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260704T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260704T180000 DTSTAMP:20260610T200111Z CREATED:20260610T200008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T200111Z UID:19875-1783162800-1783188000@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg River Raft Regatta DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-river-raft-regatta/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-River-Raft-Regatta.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260704T220000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260704T233000 DTSTAMP:20260610T194923Z CREATED:20260610T194755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T194923Z UID:19880-1783202400-1783207800@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg 4th of July Fireworks & Drone Show DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-4th-of-july-fireworks-drone-show/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-4th-of-July-Fireworks-Drone-Show.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTSTAMP:20260605T160540Z CREATED:20251202T230445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T160540Z UID:15471-1783296000-1783814399@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Applause Talent National Dance Competition DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/applause-talent-national-dance-competition/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Hero-Image.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTSTAMP:20260612T164920Z CREATED:20260612T164809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T164920Z UID:19883-1783296000-1783814399@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Smoky Mountain Family Camp at Tremont DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/smoky-mountain-family-camp-at-tremont/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Smoky-Mountain-Family-Camp-at-Tremont.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260710T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260610T195808Z CREATED:20260610T195647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T195808Z UID:19889-1783677600-1784480400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-craftsmens-fair/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-Craftsmen_s-Fair-Summer.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260724T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260724T200000 DTSTAMP:20260612T164020Z CREATED:20260612T163853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T164020Z UID:19895-1784923200-1784923200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Neal McCoy in Concert at Country Tonite Theatre DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/neal-mccoy-in-concert-at-country-tonite-theatre/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Neal-McCoy-in-Concert-at-Country-Tonite-Theatre.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260731T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260801T230000 DTSTAMP:20260612T164527Z CREATED:20260612T164415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T164527Z UID:19898-1785492000-1785625200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Smoky Mountain Big Rig Showdown DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/smoky-mountain-big-rig-showdown/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Smoky-Mountain-Big-Rig-Showdown.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTSTAMP:20260605T160219Z CREATED:20251120T190118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T160219Z UID:14793-1785542400-1788220799@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Celebrate Freedom DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/celebrate-freedom/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-37.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260811T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260819T230000 DTSTAMP:20260616T191525Z CREATED:20260616T191350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T191525Z UID:20161-1786442400-1787180400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/gatlinburg-songwriters-festival/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Gatlinburg-Songwriters-Festival.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260813T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T170000 DTSTAMP:20260616T191130Z CREATED:20260616T191017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T191130Z UID:20168-1786615200-1787418000@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Smoky Mountain Military & Relic Show DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/smoky-mountain-military-relic-show/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Smoky-Mountain-Military-Relic-Show.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260814T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260815T170000 DTSTAMP:20260605T155521Z CREATED:20251120T192710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T155521Z UID:14829-1786698000-1786813200@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountain-bronco-stampede/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-39.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260815T153000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260815T210000 DTSTAMP:20260616T192528Z CREATED:20260616T192413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T192528Z UID:20158-1786807800-1786827600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountain-hot-air-balloon-festival/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Great-Smoky-Mountain-Hot-Air-Balloon-Festival.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260823 DTSTAMP:20260605T185941Z CREATED:20251120T191324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T185941Z UID:14814-1787184000-1787443199@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Club Invasion DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountain-jeep-club-invasion/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-38.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260828T170000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260829T200000 DTSTAMP:20260616T191914Z CREATED:20260616T191807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T191914Z UID:20165-1787936400-1788033600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/great-smoky-mountains-half-marathon-5k/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Great-Smoky-Mountains-Half-Marathon-5K.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260910T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T170000 DTSTAMP:20260714T140442Z CREATED:20260714T140105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T140442Z UID:20314-1789027200-1789232400@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Shades of the Past Hot Rod Roundup DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/shades-of-the-past-hot-rod-roundup/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Shades-of-the-Past-Hot-Rod-Roundup.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260914T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261031T230000 DTSTAMP:20260626T140635Z CREATED:20260626T135518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T140635Z UID:20324-1789408800-1793487600@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Dollywood's Harvest Festival featuring Great Pumpkin LumiNights DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/dollywoods-harvest-festival-featuring-great-pumpkin-luminights/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Dollywood_s-Harvest-Festival-featuring-Great-Pumpkin-LumiNights.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260605T185911Z CREATED:20251124T170055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T185911Z UID:14830-1789603200-1789862399@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/pigeon-forge-fall-rod-run/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hero-Image-45.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T220000 DTSTAMP:20260714T142830Z CREATED:20260714T142413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T142830Z UID:21561-1790330400-1790460000@staging.smithcreekresort.com SUMMARY:Townsend in the Smokies Fall Festival & BBQ Bash DESCRIPTION:Exclusive Smith Creek Resort Deals — Delivered Monthly \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K \n Run the Peaceful Side of the Smokies \n The Great Smoky Mountains Half Marathon & 5K\, organized by Vacation Races\, brings runners from across the country to Townsend for one of the most scenic destination races in the Southeast. The Friday-evening 5K and Saturday-morning Half Marathon run a paved\, point-to-point course through the foothills of the Smokies\, with shuttles\, music\, and aid stations all weekend long. Make race weekend a vacation — Smith Creek Resort is a short drive away and a peaceful place to recover after the run. Who It’s For: Runners of all levels\, walkers\, families\, and destination-race enthusiasts. What to Expect: 5K Friday evening\, Half Marathon Saturday morning\, point-to-point course with shuttle service\, aid stations\, finisher’s medal\, and post-race ceremony at Talley Ho Inn. Do’s: Register early (prices rise as the race nears)\, pack layers for cool morning starts\, and use the official race shuttles. Don’ts: Don’t drive to the half marathon start line — runners must shuttle. Don’t expect course parking. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Information \n \n \n \n \n \n Location: Start/Finish at Talley Ho Inn\, 8314 TN-73\, Townsend\, TN 37882 \n Phone: 435-200-4760 \n Website: vacationraces.com/half-marathons/great-smoky-mountains \n Distance from Smith Creek Resort: ~30 miles / ~55 min \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Timings \n \n \n \n \n \n Start Date: August 28tth\, 2026\nEnd Date: August 29tth 2026\nHours: 5K starts 6:00 PM Friday; Half Marathon starts 7:00 AM Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Know \n \n \n \n \n \n Type of Experience: Destination running event\, family-friendly race weekend. \n Fun Fact: The Half Marathon has about 727 ft of elevation gain and a 4-hour time limit\, making it accessible for walkers as well as competitive runners. Sign up for both races and earn the Black Bear Double medal. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/event/townsend-in-the-smokies-fall-festival-bbq-bash/ LOCATION:pigeon forge\, Pigeon Forge • Pigeon Forge\, TN\, Pigeon Forge\, TN\, 37862\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://staging.smithcreekresort.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Townsend-in-the-Smokies-Fall-Festival-BBQ-Bash.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR